Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Indian Beef Curry with Tomato Gravy and Whole Spices, a comforting dish that brings warmth and satisfaction to every meal. This curry features tender beef simmered to perfection in a luscious tomato gravy, enhanced by an aromatic blend of spices. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, it pairs beautifully with fluffy basmati rice or warm naan bread. Whether you are a novice cook or an experienced chef, this recipe is approachable and versatile, offering endless possibilities to customize your dining experience.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef stew meat, cubed
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 onions, finely sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tomatoes, pureed
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté sliced onions until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and ginger; stir for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in pureed tomatoes; cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in garam masala, turmeric powder, chili powder, ground coriander, ground cumin, and cinnamon; toast for 2 minutes.
- Add cubed beef, coating well with the spice mixture.
- Pour in enough water or broth to cover the beef. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in plain yogurt just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Use fresh spices for the best flavor. Adjust chili powder according to your heat preference. Allow the curry to rest before serving for enhanced flavors.